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A particular paint stroke. A certain shaft of light. A precise placement of a chisel. For centuries, the Bible’s powerful accounts have inspired artists to express the beauty, emphasize the power, and elaborate on the meaning of God’s Word. In God’s Word Through Glass you’ll experience the artistry of six stained glass masterpieces while discovering and discussing the scriptural inspiration behind Through A rti s t s ’ E y e s

each one. Find the links between Scripture, art, and your life as we investigate: Overruling God | Matisse’s Tree of Life | Genesis 3 and Revelation 22

Resisting Leaders | The Joseph Window in Chartres Cathedral | Genesis 37

Immediate Gratification | Chagall’s Reuben

Easy Answers | The Temptation of Christ in Milan Cathedral | Matthew 4

Mocking Holiness | Rouault’s Flagellated Christ

Comfortable Religion | Tiffany’s Christ Knocking at the Door | Revelation 3

G o d ’ s W or d through gla s s

| Genesis 49 and Luke 15 | Mark 15

Enjoy rich, full-color images of these six pieces and other associated works, read about the lives of their creators, and learn from the Master Artist in a creative way through questions designed for personal or group study.

God ’ s W or d T H R O U G H G L A SS

Also available in the Through Artists’ Eyes Bible study series God’s Word on Canvas

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God’s Word in Stone

RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Bible Study Guides ISBN 978-0-7847-2487-3

Through Artists’ Eyes An Explor ati on of Bible-inspired Art | 6 Studies

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